New Jersey ticket claims $847 million Powerball jackpot, ending 35-drawing drought
A single Powerball ticket sold in New Jersey won the $847 million jackpot on November 4, 2026. The winner can choose between an annuity or a $363.1 million lump sum. This is the ninth-largest jackpot in Powerball history and the second-largest of 2026. The winning numbers were 15-34-41-53-56 and Powerball 21. The jackpot had reached $835 million before the draw, marking the first time UK participation contributed to the prize pool. The winner can remain anonymous under New Jersey law. The next drawing is scheduled for November 7.
Key points
- A Powerball ticket sold in New Jersey won the $847 million jackpot on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
- The winner can choose between annuitized payments totaling $847 million or a lump-sum payment of $363.1 million.
- This is the ninth-largest jackpot in Powerball history and the second-largest of 2026, following the $1.04 billion win in Illinois on August 12.
- The winning numbers were 15, 34, 41, 53, 56, and Powerball 21, with a 2x Power Play multiplier.
- The jackpot had reached $835 million before the draw, marking the first time UK participation contributed to the prize pool.
- The winner can remain anonymous under New Jersey lottery laws, and the identity and specific purchase location have not been disclosed.
Background
The win ends a 35-drawing streak without a top prize winner, as noted in our archive. The previous major jackpot was the $1.04 billion win in Illinois on August 12, 2026. The jackpot had reached $835 million before the November 4 draw, marking the first time UK participation contributed to the prize pool. A separate $150,000 prize from the Halloween drawing remains unclaimed in Kansas. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for November 7, 2026, at 10:59 p.m. ET.
Why it matters
The $847 million jackpot is the ninth-largest in Powerball history and the second-largest of 2026, highlighting the game's continued popularity and the significant financial impact on winners. The win ends a 35-drawing drought, providing a much-needed break for players and the lottery system. The anonymity of the winner under New Jersey law raises questions about privacy and the distribution of large lottery prizes. The reset of the jackpot to $20 million and the upcoming November 7 drawing will likely drive increased ticket sales and public interest.
What to watch
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for November 7, 2026, at 10:59 p.m. ET. The jackpot will start at $20 million and increase with each subsequent drawing until a winner is found. Players can watch the drawing live on Powerball's website or rewatch clips on its YouTube channel. The identity of the New Jersey winner may never be disclosed due to state anonymity laws.
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